Next Step Initiative

Growing Together

For three Sundays a month, three semesters a year (fall, winter and spring) after our time of worship together we break out into small groups. We have created several ‘living room’ spaces where we gather for an hour on various topics. Each month we choose a different topic in which to engage and newcomers can jump in any class at any time. Focused connection and equipping is the result! 

For over 8 years HCF has taken one Sunday a month for a ‘round table time’ in which we recreated a small group setting where people can connect, share and be in the Word together.  We have found that this values each person in our family as having a voice and an opportunity to contribute to encouraging and receiving from others. 

In September 2024 HCF launched the Next Step Initiative, restructuring our Sunday gatherings to create small group equipping within the Sunday experience 3 weeks of the month.   This helps us to make more intimate connections during our Sunday gathering time which helps with encouragement, accountability, and support.

The church (ecclesia) is us, the people, and we believe that the mandate of Ephesians 4:11-16 is a key for the coming harvest – to raise up disciples who equip and disciple others.

Check out our class offerings below!

  • Kingdom Kids

    UPSIDE-DOWN

    Jesus’ “Upside Down” Way Of Living

    The life that Jesus offers is radically different than the one the world offers.

    When we go “all in” with Jesus, he turns our ordinary life upside down in the most

    incredible way.

    Core Verse: “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are My ways higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts.” Isaiah 55:9

    Led by Tiera Cowling and team
    Location - Kid's Room, downstairs, main building

  • Gospel of Mark

    Join us for some Bible exploration focusing on the Gospel of Mark.  We will be talking about Jesus as the centre of Mark’s thoughts as he wrote and how Mark teaches us to hold Jesus as the centre of our own thoughts as we live!

    Led by Kevin Taylor, Gary Moniz
    Location - Main Sanctuary

  • What does that word really mean?

    What do those Hebrew words really mean?

    Let’s look at key words from our Christian faith whose meaning is not fully captured through the English translations 

    Hallelu-Yah.  Hosanna.  Amen.

    What is ‘hidden’ in the words that are translated by common English words?

    Glory.  Hope.  Bless.  Heart.

    Discover some of the Hebrew roots of the Older Covenant.

    Led by Robert DiFrancesco
    Location - Living Room, main floor, 10 Tom St.

  • God’s Wisdom for Healthy Living

    Caring for your spirit, soul, and body. 

    We will look at what the book of Proverbs has to say about health and healing. We will also look at other scriptures that instruct us to make good and godly choices that benefit our whole being and our relationships so that we can walk in freedom and wholeness. 

    • Wise words about health from the Book of Proverbs.
    • The Psalms instructions on health and healing.
    • What you eat versus what eats you
    Led by Monica DiFrancesco; Kim Butler
    Location - Nursery, basement, main building

  • How to Share Your Faith

    Imagine you’re on a plane and someone hands you a parachute. If I tell you it’ll make your flight comfier, you’ll likely ditch it when the flight gets bumpy, right? But if I tell you the plane’s going down and you’ll need that parachute to survive – you’ll hang onto it for dear life!  The real message people need to hear is this: we’ve all broken God’s rules (ever told a lie? stolen something? had lustful thoughts?), so we’re all in big trouble.  Here is the Good News (the Best News ever) Jesus stepped in to take the punishment we deserve.

    Come on a journey that will increase your heart for the lost, equip you to share your faith in everyday circumstances and increase your fruitfulness.  Will you let God work through you to expand His Kingdom? 

    Led by Mark Orr
    Location - Upper Room, 10 Tom St.

  • Hearing God’s Voice

    Before He died and rose to heaven Jesus promised to send His Holy Spirit, the Helper, to dwell in us. He said the Spirit of Truth will guide us into all truth – He wants to communicate with us! Holy Spirit brings the equipping we all vitally need in these days of growing deception. From simple daily decisions to radical obedience in following Jesus, hearing His voice is crucial. Join us as we follow Jesus’ example of communing with the Father and learn from others like David and Paul. We trust the Teacher will sharpen our spiritual hearing as we activate this foundational practice.

    Led by Bob & Lisa Cowling
    Location - Safe Room - Lower Level 10 Tom

  • Newcomers

    God desires to be active in our lives to accomplish His purposes for us and through us and He has positioned HCF to help us realize these truths.  By looking to key scriptures and our spiritual journeys to date, we will explore what God has to say about our callings and destiny.

    We will begin studying the Gospel of John, look at foundational truths from the Bible and continue to share testimonies in our group.

    Led by Bob Connolly
    Location - Fellowship Room, Main Building (basement)

  • Healing Of The Heart – 201

    Healing of the Heart 201 series will focus on Demonic Oppression and Deliverance.  We will be covering the following topics:

    Week One:

    Biblical foundations for deliverance

    Connection Between Inner Healing and Deliverance

    Week Two:

    Demonic Strongholds:  How they gain ground in our lives and how to dismantle them

    Week Three:

    Walking in Victory and Staying Free

    This is an introductory series that will believe will help to lay a foundation for freedom in our lives!

    Led by Donna Sexton & Johanne Norris
    Location - Leader's Lounge, main building, downstairs

  • Lisa Cowling

    Next Step Leader
    Email Lisa Cowling